South Asian Play Reading Group: We Can’t Be Friends
Azhar, a noble and dedicated Muslim man, is preparing for his nikah/walima
As he focuses on completing his deen, he bumps into Rahim, a troubled Muslim man who has recently been abandoned by his family for coming out as gay, and is searching for solace and answers in the Mosque. As the two get closer, Azhar realises that he has grown romantic feelings for his new companion, and is forced to confront the reality of the life he has been given. The pair question if it is okay to be gay and a Muslim, and the social pressures, religious guilt, family expectations, and personal sacrifices that may come with it. ‘We Can’t Be Friends’ is an exploration of deen vs dunya, and whether the sacrifices made in this lifetime are worth the unconfirmed rewards in the next. It is a story about what to do when the world has chosen your path for you, and the struggles of faith, self-exploration, and companionship. Featuring Special Guest: Abir Mohammad
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